Hawas Black
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Imperia
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Rasasi Hawas Black is a divisive, beast-mode monster that’s not for the faint-hearted. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it scent with raw, unapologetic masculinity, often described as an oakmoss bomb with serious staying power. Not a safe blind buy, as many find it too harsh or mature for their tastes.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Rayhaan's Imperia nails that beloved Aventus-style scent profile. Honestly? It's a gorgeous budget option. But the performance is a right mixed bag; some get fleeting joy, others a full day. You'll need to temper expectations.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 12% |
| Floral | 9% | 16% |
| Fruity | 12% | 7% |
| Green | 7% | 10% |
| Sweet | 11% | 14% |
| Warm | 3% | 5% |
| Woody | 30% | 23% |
| Earthy | 29% | 20% |
| Animalic | 2% | 8% |
| Fresh | 15% | 19% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its nuclear performance and divisive nature, Hawas Black is best reserved for casual outings, nights out, or dates if you're sure your companion appreciates potent, masculine scents. Its immense projection makes it unsuitable for office wear, and its intensity would be overwhelming for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, plus a few reviews mention it for the gym. However, its often reported poor longevity means it's less ideal for formal occasions or dates where you need it to last all evening without reapplying.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Citrus, Mossy accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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